Thinking About Buying an Aquila? We’ve Got You — It’s Everything Annapolis Buyers Are Looking For.

Annapolis sailors are some of the most discerning boat buyers in the country. When they started asking about Aquila, we paid attention. Now, as the exclusive dealer across North America, Mexico, and the Caribbean — we have answers for every question.

If you’ve been researching sailing catamarans on the Chesapeake, you’ve almost certainly come across the Aquila name. And if you sail from Annapolis, there’s a very good chance you already know someone who’s either bought one or is seriously considering it. That’s not a coincidence. The Aquila Sail line has become the most talked-about catamaran series in our market — and after seeing what these boats do in person, we understand exactly why.

As the exclusive Aquila Sail dealer across North America, Mexico, and the Caribbean, Annapolis Yacht Sales is the team to call when you’re ready to take the next step. This guide covers everything Annapolis buyers want to know before they make the move.

01  Why Annapolis Buyers Are Choosing Aquila

Chesapeake sailors are particular. They’ve sailed in chop, in current, in wind that shifts three times in an hour. They’ve owned boats that looked good at the dock show and disappointed on the water. So when this community gravitates toward a new boat — hard, fast, and collectively — it’s worth understanding why.

The short answer: Aquila builds catamarans that are genuinely different. The fixed bow platform, the private-entrance cabin layouts, the seamless bridge-to-bow access, the Hybrid Ocean Drive™ option on the 50 — these aren’t marketing features. They’re decisions that change how a boat lives on a day-to-day basis. And Bay sailors, who spend a lot of time actually living on their boats, notice.

“When Aquila announced their entry into the sailing catamaran market, the boating world paid attention. The brand had already earned a strong reputation — and the 50 Sail delivers on every expectation.”

02  The Aquila Sail Line — Three Models, One Standard

The Aquila Sail lineup currently spans three models, each targeting a specific buyer. Here’s what you need to know:

Dealer note: As the exclusive North America, Mexico, and Caribbean dealer, Annapolis Yacht Sales has direct access to the full Aquila Sail inventory, factory specs, and delivery timelines. We can tell you exactly what’s available and when.

03  What Makes the Aquila 50 the One Everyone’s Talking About

The Aquila 50 Sail is the model generating the most conversation in the Annapolis market right now — and it’s not hard to see why. Unveiled at the 2026 Miami International Boat Show, it arrived with something the catamaran market hadn’t seen before: private entrances to every single cabin. Not most cabins. Every one. In 4, 5, or 6-cabin configurations.

For charter operators, this is a game-changer. For private owners with guests aboard, it’s the feature that separates a boat that’s genuinely comfortable from one that merely looks comfortable at the dock. Add a 25’6″ beam, seamless bridge-to-bow access, an expansive fixed bow platform, and the optional Hybrid Ocean Drive™ — and you have a boat that’s redefining the 50-foot category.

Multihull of the Year: The Aquila 50 Sail has been nominated for the 2026 Multihull of the Year award by Multihulls World, in the Sail 45–55-foot category. For a first-generation model, that’s extraordinary recognition.

04  Built for Chesapeake Sailors — and Beyond

One of the questions we hear most from Annapolis buyers is: “Is this boat right for the Bay?” The answer is straightforward — yes, emphatically. But the more interesting answer is what these boats are built for beyond the Bay.

The Aquila Sail line is designed for serious bluewater cruising. Structural integrity, sail handling systems, and stability in open-ocean conditions are built in from the ground up — not bolted on. Many of our buyers plan exactly the trajectory we see over and over in this community: learn the boat on the Chesapeake, then take it somewhere extraordinary. The BVI. Bermuda. The Caribbean. The Aquila gets you there in comfort and confidence.

And when it comes to service, maintenance, and storage right here in Edgewater, Pier 7 Marina and Annapolis Yacht Services — located on-site at our brokerage dock — offer the only full-service yard on the Bay capable of hauling catamarans up to 60 feet. You’re not just buying a boat. You’re buying into an ecosystem.

05  Private Ownership vs. Charter Program — What’s Right for You?

A significant number of Aquila buyers in our market are exploring both options simultaneously — and that’s smart. The Aquila 50 and 65 are designed with charter in mind, and the economics of a managed charter program can meaningfully offset ownership costs.

Whether you’re looking for a boat that’s fully yours from day one or a charter-assisted ownership model, the conversation starts the same way: with a clear-eyed look at how you plan to use the boat. Our brokers have worked through this analysis with dozens of buyers, and we know what questions to ask. Contact us and we’ll walk through the options together.

Charter program: The Aquila 50 Sail is designed for both private ownership and managed charter. Ask us about charter-assisted ownership options available through our network.

06  Why Buy Through Annapolis Yacht Sales?

We’ve been serving the Chesapeake Bay boating community since 1953. Our team has seen every boat that’s come through this market, and we know what holds its value, what sails well, and what actually works for the way Annapolis sailors live on the water.

As exclusive Aquila Sail dealers, we have something no other brokerage offers: direct access to factory inventory, build slots, and specs across the full model range. If you’ve got a question about the 45, the 50, or the 65 — timeline, configuration, pricing, delivery — we have the answer. And if you have a boat to sell first, our seller’s guide and listing process are designed to make that as straightforward as possible.

“If you’re thinking about an Aquila — you’re already thinking the right way. Come talk to us. We’ve got the inventory, the answers, and the experience to make it happen.”

Whether you’re ready to buy today or still in the research phase, the best next step is a conversation. Browse the current Aquila Sail inventory, read the Aquila 50 Sail review on our blog, check our FAQs, or call us directly. Annapolis Yacht Sales is right here at Pier 7 — and so is your next boat.

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